Explore Group Leader Jobs

Group Leaders guide teams, coordinate work, and help organizations achieve strategic goals. Depending on the employer and industry, the role may involve managing a functional group, leading a project or research team, or overseeing operations across a business unit. Explore vetted Group Leader opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Group Leader Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but Group Leaders commonly set priorities, assign work, coach team members, monitor progress, and communicate results to stakeholders. Some roles focus on people management and department performance, while others emphasize technical direction, project delivery, research, or cross-functional collaboration.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced professionals with strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant degree or industry expertise, a record of delivering results, experience leading teams, and the ability to manage budgets, projects, or operational processes.

Industries and Career Paths

Group Leader titles appear in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, life sciences, and professional services. The scope of the role can range from leading a small specialist team to directing a larger function. Experienced Group Leaders may progress into senior management, director, or executive positions.

Find Your Next Group Leader Role

Search Group Leader jobs on Ladders to compare opportunities, review role requirements, and identify positions aligned with your experience and career goals. Explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and take the next step toward your leadership career.

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$95K - $115K *

Lead and transform large-scale retrofit and modernization projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high customer satisfaction while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing st...

Louisville, KYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful project execution by leading large-scale retrofit and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and high customer...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Drive the future of autonomous construction by managing mission execution across teams. Leverage cutting-edge data and AI to enhance machine intelligence and operational efficiency in dynamic job site...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team that's driving platform adoption, tailoring solutions, and managing the full sales cycle to expand commercial reach and refine our go-to-market strategy for innovative software off...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving platform adoption and shaping customer solutions. Own the sales cycle while expanding the company's commercial footprint and refining go-to-market strategies in a dynamic li...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive sales initiatives for cutting-edge scientific solutions, managing the entire sales cycle. Collaborate with experts, build key accounts, and refine strategies while addressing the unique challeng...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $109K *

Engage a high-performing team to drive revenue reporting accuracy and client service excellence. Leverage technical expertise and leadership to foster collaboration, improve processes, and achieve dep...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $166K *

Transform the finance landscape by partnering with leaders to enhance planning, reporting, and decision-making processes in a dynamic, growth-focused environment. Drive performance insights and stream...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $166K *

Lead strategic financial support for US Higher Education teams, combining FP&A ownership with commercial analysis to drive investment and growth decisions. Collaborate across functions to enhance fina...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $166K *

Elevate financial strategy by providing strategic support to US Higher Education teams, blending FP&A ownership with commercial analysis to drive investment and growth decisions across multiple stakeh...

Hoboken, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $110K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. Ensure alignment with business objectives and quality standards throughout...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cross-functional projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timelines, and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage risks, and drive project governance to ac...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive large-scale project delivery and stakeholder leadership, ensuring alignment with business strategy. Manage multiple concurrent projects, focusing on risk management, budget control, and resource...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a power, utilities, and renewables practice. Drive technology diligence and AI initiatives for PE sponsors, leveraging deep industry expertise and a client-focu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and defense by leading strategic growth initiatives, collaborating with experts, and driving transformation efforts to meet client mission needs a...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform organizational vision into reality by serving as a strategic partner to the CEO, aligning executives, tracking priorities, and driving high-stakes initiatives for sustained growth and operat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $98K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for the Industrial and Mobile Hydraulics spare parts business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory, enhance market presence, and a...

Welland, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $165K *

Shape the future of AI/ML adoption by leading projects that optimize machine learning capabilities for complex systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to align strategies with customer priorities and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a fast-paced tech startup as a Chief of Staff, driving key initiatives in go-to-market strategies, operations, and strategy, while solving complex problems and enabling founders...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a dedicated team of Support Associates. Utilize your expertise to enhance processes, ensure performance quality, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-pa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of Support Associates, overseeing operational processes, and enhancing workflow strategies to achieve production goals. Collaborate with management to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Elevate traffic engineering standards by leading innovative designs and analyses for multimodal projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes while driving project success and fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $220K *

Lead strategic growth and executive relationships in Data, Analytics, AI, and GenAI for Banking & Capital Markets. Drive account expansion and business development while ensuring client satisfaction a...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead analysis of transaction suitability while mitigating compliance risks. Collaborate effectively with financial professionals and internal teams to support informed decision-making and ensure proce...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $240K *

Empower teams by managing complex R&D programs, ensuring alignment with contract scopes, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration across technical and executive teams to deliver innovative...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Group Leader do?question toggle

    A Group Leader directs a team or functional group, sets priorities, coordinates work, supports employee development, and tracks performance toward organizational goals. Specific duties depend on the employer and industry.

  • What qualifications are needed for Group Leader jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for relevant professional or technical experience, leadership ability, strong communication skills, and a history of delivering results. Some positions require a specific degree, certification, or industry background.

  • How much do Group Leaders earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on industry, location, experience, and the scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated salary range and benefits.

  • Where can Group Leaders work?question toggle

    Group Leaders work across sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, life sciences, and professional services. Their teams may focus on operations, projects, research, product development, or business functions.

  • What career paths can follow a Group Leader role?question toggle

    With strong performance and broader leadership experience, Group Leaders may advance to senior management, director, or executive roles, or move into larger teams and more strategic responsibilities.